Kyoto's must-sees and hidden treasures with a local guide

Discover Kyoto in a whole new way with a passionate Local Guide who brings the city to life beyond the typical tourist experience. From world-renowned temples such as the Golden Pavilion or Fushimi-Inari Taisha, from historic districts such as Gion to hidden gems known mainly to locals, each tour is fully tailored to your interests, pace and style of travel. Discover the rich history, traditions and daily life of Kyoto through captivating stories and personal insights. Enjoy authentic encounters, discover little-known parts of the city and discover Kyoto in a more meaningful and memorable way, as if exploring it with a knowledgeable local friend.

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   Gion

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   Gion is the traditional and historic district of Kyoto where geisha can often be found. We'll walk there hoping to meet some!

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   Kyoto Imperial Palace

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   To approach the city, it is necessary to approach the empire of Japan. You can visit the Imperial Palace (Kyoto-Gosho), the main residence of the emperors until 1868.

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   Nijo Castle

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   Nijo Castle represents the absolute power of the Shoguns in Kyoto. With this in mind, Nijo Castle (Nijo-jo in Japanese) was built. Designed in 1603 by Tokugawa Ieyasu and completed in 1626, it served as the Kyotoite home of the Edo shoguns.

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   Nishiki Market

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   Gastronomic Point of Sale where Kyoto citizens go to shop for food or go to restaurants. Let's explore Japanese food!

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   Kinkakuji Temple

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   The Golden Pavilion, whose real name is Rokuon-ji, is one of the most visited tourist sites in Kyoto. Its gold leaf pavilion symbolizes the pomp of Kyoto, imperial and shogunal capital.

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   Ginkakuji Temple

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   The silver pavilion is more sober than the Golden Pavilion but it is worth a visit because of its pretty building, its zen garden and its view of Kyoto. It is the symbol of the wabi sabi, philosophy and a Japanese aesthetic concept that celebrates the beauty of imperfection, impermanence and authenticity

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   Kiyomizu-dera Temple

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   Kiyomizu-Dera Temple is one of the most famous Buddhist temples in Japan. Its 13-metre stilted terrace overlooks the valley and offers magnificent views of Kyoto.

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   Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

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   Fushimi Inari-taisha Shinto Shrine is one of Japan’s most famous shrines, with 10,000 torii gates that you can all walk through.

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   Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

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   The bamboo grove, Arashiyama bamboo forest, is famous all over the world. You can walk there, enjoyed the view of the bamboos, the pretty walking trails, and the delights of the surroundings.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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